Our best seller, this famous and award winning tour is the best way to explore South Devon! Includes steam train, river boat and bus visiting the quaint towns of Paignton, Dartmouth and Totnes.
Journey times are: steam train (c.30 minutes), a river boat (c.90 minutes) and a bus...

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Includes Dartmouth-Kingswear passenger ferry - free of charge on presentation of a valid steam train ticket!
Note: Our blue timetable in December has been slightly amended. Please click here for the revised times in December only - all other published timetables for November have not changed)....

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Full day excursion. Steam & Cruise is the perfect day out if you have children as it has ultimate flexibility - you decide what train and cruise to go on!
Travel on the steam railway from Paignton to Kingswear, then cross the River Dart on our foot passenger ferry to Dartmouth,...

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The queen of cruises in our repertoire sailing for around nine miles along nearly all of the navigable part of the beautiful River Dart between the delightful and unique towns of...

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Step back in time to the 1950’s when steam trains were the way to travel....
If you are interested in visiting Greenway House and Garden, take a nostalgic trip with us and arrive the way Agatha Christie used to - by steam train (and shuttle bus should you prefer not to walk)! Just board...

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The Paddle Steamer Round Robin runs on selected dates until 18th September 2018!
Our best seller, the famous and award winning Round Robin is the best way to explore South Devon - and travelling on the river trip on the paddle steamer makes it even better!! This all inclusive ticket...

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The Paddle Steamer River Cruise runs on selected dates from 26th May to 30th September 2018.
Enjoy a nostalgic cruise along the lower reaches of the river Dart where the sounds and smells will transport you back in time to an era when these ships were the life blood of the community....

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The Paddle Steamer Steam & Cruise runs on selected dates from 26th May to 30th September 2018.
Full day excursion. Steam & Cruise is the perfect day out if you have children as it has ultimate flexibility - you decide what train and cruise to go on! This is the perfect...

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The Paddle Steamer Dartmouth - Totnes River Cruise runs on selected dates from 26th May to 18th September 2018.
A relaxing 1½ hour scenic cruise which winds its way along the river Dart. You will pass the villages of Dittisham, Galmpton, Stoke Gabriel and Duncannon and the Sharpham...

New for 2018!
The Paddle Steamer River Cruise runs on selected dates from 26th May to 30th September 2018.
This brand new extended river cruise to the entrance of Stoke Gabriel creek covers half the navigable length of the river Dart and goes beyond the normal river cruise to...

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The ferry service runs approximately every 15 minutes (more frequently in high season). The fare is £1.50 per adult and £0.50 per child (each way). A book of concession tickets can be puchased for £11.50 (20 tickets, adult) and £7.50 (20 tickets, child).
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The Western Lady Ferry Service runs every day 1st April to 30th September.**OCTOBER sailings: Every day except Mondays and Fridays**
"Western Lady" have been operating a fine ferry service between Brixham & Torquay for over 65 years. The 35 minute ferry ride across the Bay to...

Totnes

Totnes

Totnes - something a little different
Totnes is famous for being the home of a cosmopolitan mix of...

Totnes - something a little different
Totnes is famous for being the home of a cosmopolitan mix of people! It is unconventional with organic, ethical and fair trade the norm. It is the home of the Transition Town movement and is proud to be a little different. It attracts people worldwide who are concerned with the environmental and sustainability.
There are many noteworthy buildings and monuments in the town, including their museum. They are watched over at the top of the town by the Norman motte and bailey of castle which has commanding views of the Dart valley including to the river...

Greenway Halt

Greenway Halt

Step back in time to the 1950’s when steam trains were the way to travel…..
If you are...

Step back in time to the 1950’s when steam trains were the way to travel…..
If you are interested in visiting Greenway House and Garden, you can now arrive by steam train (and shuttle bus should you prefer not to walk)! Just board our steam train at Paignton or Kingswear and catch the bus connection at Churston or at the Halt. Purchase your ticket from our booking office or kiosk and see below for the timetable.
Our newest station was opened in 2012. The Halt is a short platform that is situated on the west side of the line at Hook Bottom, a short distance from the north end...

Paignton

Paignton

Traditional family holiday destination
Paignton was a small fishing village until the 19th century, when...

Traditional family holiday destination
Paignton was a small fishing village until the 19th century, when in 1837 the Paington Harbour Act saw the construction of a new harbour and the modern spelling, Paignton, first appeared. It is mentioned in the Domesday Book of AD 1086. Formerly spelt Peynton and Paington, the name derives from Paega's town which was the original Anglo-Saxon settlement. The town has had a market and fair since 1294.
Paignton is rightly famous for the wonderful soft and sandy beaches (with all important child friendly waters) and offers a bright and...

Kingswear

Kingswear

Kingswear sits on the east bank of the River Dart opposite Dartmouth. The brightly painted houses (the...

Kingswear sits on the east bank of the River Dart opposite Dartmouth. The brightly painted houses (the village is often likened to Balamory), church pubs and other buildings rise up steeply from the river. There are little winding streets, friendly pubs and some truly spectacular views - especially from the top of the village which overlooks the sea in one direction and up river to Tones in the other direction. Kingswear is a very good starting point for walking along the coast or discovering the Dart Valley Trail.
Getting to Kingswear
Postcode for SatNav: TQ6 0AA
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Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Truly a town for all seasons
Dartmouth is a fascinating maritime town in the South Devon Area of...

Truly a town for all seasons
Dartmouth is a fascinating maritime town in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a rich maritime and sailing history - and has been a popular tourist destination for decades. It is bordered by picturesque villages, beautiful unspoilt beaches, all weather local attractions and truly stunning landscape. The town is also very close to the Dartmoor National Park.
Dartmouth harbour has always been of strategic importance as a deep-water port for navy vessels. It was the home of the Royal Navy in the reign of Edward III. - ships have been...

Torquay

Torquay

Torquay - the quintessential seaside experience!
The swaying palm trees, busy harbour and international marina often reminds you of the Mediterranean. The pier, promenade and marina area are well worth an afternoon of wandering with stops for the odd ice cream, coffee, lunch or dinner. You will also find a walk up the steps of Royal Terrace Gardens to delight in the amazing sea views across the bay to be well worth the effort (admittedly, not that much effort!). The view is also truly glorious at night with the lights reflecting onto the sea and looking across the Bay to the lights of...

Brixham

Brixham

Brixham - pirate and fishing town!
Brixham’s history is filled with tales of pirates and smugglers...

Brixham - pirate and fishing town!
Brixham’s history is filled with tales of pirates and smugglers (with an annual Pirate Festival being highly popular with adults and kids alike dressing up and partaking in lots of “ooh arr me pirates”, etc!). Seek out the Old Fish Market for something a bit out of the ordinary (the brand new hi-tech fish market opened recently but the old market is still open in the spring and summer months).
There is a thriving fishing industry in Brixham so where else should you try the fresh catch of the day than at one of the town’s many...

Goodrington Sands

Goodrington Sands

When the Dartmouth and Torbay Railway opened on 14 March 1861 it passed over a level crossing on Tanners...

When the Dartmouth and Torbay Railway opened on 14 March 1861 it passed over a level crossing on Tanners Lane, which led to the sea at Goodrington. Building the line across the marsh at Goodrington proved difficult but was achieved by laying redundant pipes from the failed atmospheric railway between Exeter and Newton in the ground for drainage.
It was not until 9 July 1928 that a small station, initially known as just "Goodrington", was opened on the Kingswear side of the level crossing. A second platform was added as the double line, which had reached Tanners Lane in 1928, was...

Churston

Churston

Churston station was the location for the opening scene in "The System", a 1964 film. Several of the main...

Churston station was the location for the opening scene in "The System", a 1964 film. Several of the main characters arrive at the last minute and jump onto a Diesel Multiple Unit that is just pulling out towards Kingswear. After the opening credits, they then get off a different train at Brixham. Agatha Christie lived nearby at Greenway and set some stories in and around the area - Churston is the 'C' in the The A.B.C. Murders!
The Dartmouth and Torbay Railway from Paignton railway station to Churston was opened for passengers on 14 March 1861 and for goods traffic on 1 April 1861. The...